Shalini Prasad Shalini Prasad Asked 9 months ago

Can losing weight cure arthritis?

My knees have been really bothering me due to arthritis, and my doctor suggested losing some weight. Will losing weight actually cure my arthritis completely, or just help with the symptoms?

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Anjali Deshmukh Anjali Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago
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My mom has knee arthritis, and honestly, losing about 5 kgs made a huge difference for her. It doesn't completely cure the joint damage, but it reduces the pressure on the knees so much that the pain becomes very manageable.

Ridhi Shah Ridhi Shah Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Losing weight might not fully cure it, but it definitely gives your joints a big break! Less weight means less pain, which is a total win-win! keep moving and stay positive! 😊

Kiran Rao Kiran Rao Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I totally get it, dealing with constant joint pain is so exhausting and frustrating. While losing weight won't magically cure the underlying arthritis, it really takes the load off your knees and lower back, making daily life much easier.

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Gurmail Singh Gurmail Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I have been dealing with osteoarthritis for a decade. Do not expect a complete cure, but dropping weight is the best treatment you can give yourself. Combine a low-impact exercise like swimming or cycling with a clean diet, and your mobility will improve by 80%.

Sanjay Solanki Sanjay Solanki Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

I can only share what happened with me. When I shed around 8 kgs, my chronic knee stiffness reduced dramatically and I stopped relying on pain patches every day. It didn't fix my joints completely, but the relief was real.

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Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

No, losing weight won't cure arthritis because joint wear-and-tear is irreversible. But it significantly slows down the progression and lowers inflammation. Get on a good calorie deficit and strengthen the muscles around your joints.

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